BMO Centre
Designed to Host World-Class Conferences, Conventions, and Corporate Events.
As the largest convention centre in Western Canada, the BMO Centre offers over 1 million sq. ft. of space, including 500,000 sq. ft. of rentable event space and an additional 500,000 sq. ft. of pre-function and back-of-house areas. Perfect for hosting conventions, trade shows, consumer shows, corporate meetings, and special events, the BMO Centre features a variety of adaptable spaces designed to accommodate events of all sizes and formats.
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Ideal for:
National and International Conventions and Congresses
Corporate Meetings and Conferences
Galas and Special Events
Trade Shows and Consumer Exhibitions
Speaker Engagements, Luncheons, and Networking Events
Features:
350,000 sq. ft. of Contiguous Exhibit Space
150,000 sq. ft. of Versatile Meeting Space
12,000 sq. ft. Ballroom for Intimate Events
20,000 sq. ft. Ballroom for Large Gatherings
50,000 sq. ft. Ballroom — Calgary’s Largest Ballroom
BMO Centre Feature Rooms
Champions & Percheron Ballrooms
Our ballroom level is the perfect venue for weddings, conferences, large corporate meetings, and graduations.
Percheron Ballroom offers 20,000 sq. ft. of flexible space, easily divisible into 9 breakout rooms, making it ideal for conventions and multi-session events. The pre-function area provides a stunning view of the Exchange, with a dramatic skylight to enhance your event experience.
Champions Ballroom boasts 50,000 sq. ft. of space, with an air wall allowing division into two separate rooms (1/3 or 2/3). Its floor-to-ceiling windows offer breathtaking views of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, making it a memorable backdrop for any event.
Features:
20,000 sq. ft. of space in Percheron ballroom, divisible into 9 rooms
50,000 sq. ft. of space in Champions ballroom, divisible into 1/2, 1/3 and 2/3 rooms
Pre-function space available for both ballrooms that overlooks the expansive Exchange area
Brand Room
Located on the second level of the BMO Centre, the Brand Room offers 2,500 sq. ft. of upscale space, ideal for high-level meetings, intimate corporate gatherings, or smaller special events. This exclusive venue provides a sophisticated setting to host your most important occasions.
Connected to the Brand Room is an 11,000 sq. ft. covered patio, perfect for enjoying Calgary’s summer weather. The patio is also equipped with ambient heating to ensure comfort during cooler evenings, making it a versatile option for outdoor receptions, networking events, and private celebrations.
Features:
Access to an 11,000 sq. ft. covered patio with ambient heating
Unique views of Stampede Park and the Pavilion Lights canopy
Full hookups for wet bar and barbeque grills
Meeting Rooms
Our meeting space “neighborhoods” provide private, customizable areas ranging from 300 sq. ft. to 5,000 sq. ft., perfect for meetings, conferences, and corporate events. Each space is equipped with soundproof, operable walls to ensure privacy and adaptability, creating an intimate yet upscale environment tailored to your specific event needs.
At the heart of our meeting room level is The Exchange, a 15,000 sq. ft. central gathering space. Featuring a striking three-story fireplace, The Exchange offers nine independent breakout rooms, designed for quick meetings, 30-minute Zoom calls, or private discussions with colleagues. After your sessions, delegates can gather at The Exchange Bar, continuing conversations in a casual, comfortable setting without leaving the venue.
HALLS A1-F
Our event halls are designed to accommodate a wide range of setups for trade shows, consumer shows, galas, corporate meetings, and conventions. With 350,000 sq. ft. of contiguous exhibit space broken into seven halls, each features a dedicated show office, seamless food and beverage retail capabilities, and convenient drive-through bay doors for easy event move-in and move-out, ensuring a smooth and efficient experience for organizers and exhibitors.
Features:
350,000 sq. ft. of contiguous Exhibit Space broken into seven halls
Five halls with 50,000 sq. ft., one hall with 60,000 sq. ft. and one hall with 40,000 sq. ft.
THE PALOMINO ROOM
Our beautiful 12,000 sq. ft. ballroom provides flexible space to accommodate events of any size. Designed for comfort and functionality, this versatile venue offers direct access to 11,000 sq. ft. of pre-function space and Halls C and D, making it ideal for meetings, galas, conventions, weddings, speaker engagements, and more. Whether you’re hosting an intimate gathering or a large-scale event, this space can be customized to meet your specific needs.
Features:
12,000 sq. ft. of space, divisible into 8 rooms
Approximately 1,000 sq. ft. in rooms A, B, C, F, G, and H
3,000 sq. ft. in rooms D and E
11,000+ sq. ft. of pre-function space
Meeting Rooms 113M-115M
With views of the downtown skyline, meeting rooms 113M-115M are multi-functional and ideal for meetings, luncheons, speaking engagements, and more.
Features:
Divisible into three breakout spaces
Each room varies between 784 sq. ft. – 1,176 sq. ft.
Meeting Room 116M
A meeting space with a scenic view of the downtown skyline, meeting room 116M is ideal for meetings, luncheons, speaking engagements, and more. Floor to ceiling windows and a bonus atrium space for breakouts or a light reception make this an ideal space for small to medium-sized events.
Features:
Meeting Room 116M: 3,017 sq. ft.
Meeting Room 116M Atrium: 935 sq. ft.
Meeting Rooms 110-112
Located adjacent to the Palomino Room, this functional space is divisible into three spaces:110, 111, 112. This room is ideal for small meetings or can be added as a volunteer room, staff room, green room, or dressing room for events hosted in the Palomino Room.
Features:
1,405 sq. ft. of event space
